Contractor Career
Navigate the realities of technical contracting in the UK.
16 months, 5 countries, 2 kids: what digital nomad life is actually like as a family
15 Feb 2026
In 2023 we packed up our life in Gloucester and spent 16 months as a remote solutions architect, living and working across Tenerife, South Africa, Mauritius,
Contractors vs. Permanent Employees
8 Jan 2026
In the ever-evolving business landscape, one crucial decision that leaders face is choosing between contractors and permanent employees....
Investing in the Future: The Role of Permanent Employees
8 Jan 2026
In this fourth blog of our series, we explore the significant advantages of hiring permanent employees and emphasize their role in a...
Contractor or Permanent Employee: Making the Informed Decision
8 Jan 2026
In the sixth blog of our series, we synthesize the insights from the previous entries to guide you in choosing between contractors and...
Understanding IR35: Implications for Contractors and Businesses
8 Jan 2026
In this blog, we dive into the complexities of IR35, a crucial piece of legislation impacting how UK businesses hire contractors and...
The Flexibility and Expertise of Contractors
8 Jan 2026
In the second instalment of our series, we focus on contractors and explore their role in providing flexibility and specialized expertise...
Weighing the Costs: The Cons of Permanent Employment
8 Jan 2026
As we continue exploring the workforce landscape, this fifth blog in our series examines the drawbacks associated with hiring permanent...
Navigating the Pitfalls of Contracting
8 Jan 2026
In this third part of our series, we examine the challenges and pitfalls associated with hiring contractors, an important consideration...
Understanding the Workforce Landscape: Contractors vs. Permanent Employees
8 Jan 2026
We explore the intricate decision-making process of choosing between contractors and permanent employees for your business
Navigating the Workforce Dynamics: How Can SoftWeb Development Help?
8 Jan 2026
In today's fast-paced business world, hiring contractors and permanent employees is more than a staffing choice; it's a strategic...
Your First Contract Role: What You Think Will Be Hard vs What Actually Is
4 Sept 2025
Making the leap into contracting can feel like a major career shift - and it is. Before I took on my first contract at Activus, I'd spent...
Balancing Code and Company: The Hidden Costs of Being a Technical Contractor
27 Aug 2025
When people think about contracting, they often focus on the freedom. Choose your clients. Set your rates. Work when and where you want....
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